Vegetable Quinoa Salad with Balsamic Dressing: [Gluten Free] - Sugar-Free Mom

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup fresh (packed) spinach
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 1 cup sliced cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 scallions, chopped
• 1/4 cup mild banana peppers rings
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder